Luke 9:1-17
Key Verse 13a “He replied, ‘You give them something to eat.’”
1. What did Jesus send the Twelve to do and why? (1-2) Why is it important to be equipped with power and authority from Jesus? (cf. John 15:5)
2. What specific instructions did Jesus give and what timeless principles do these instructions teach us? (3-5) What was the result of their ministry? (7-9)
3. Why did Jesus take the Twelve to Bethsaida and how was this plan hindered? (10-11a; cf. Mark 6:31) How did Jesus view the crowd and what did he do for them? (11b)
4. What suggestion did the Twelve make and why was this reasonable? (12) How is “You give them something to eat” a challenge for them to grow and become like Jesus? How does this command reveal Jesus’ hope and direction for them? (cf. Mark 16:15)
5. How did they respond? (13b-14a) What did Jesus do with the loaves and fish they brought him? (16-17) How can you “give them something to eat”?